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Fireworks vs. Tradition: A Cultural Standoff at Berawa Beach

A recent fireworks display at Bali’s Berawa Beach, organized by Finns Beach Club, sparked controversy as it coincided with a sacred Hindu prayer ceremony nearby. The loud and unexpected fireworks disrupted the ceremony, leading to significant distress among participants and drawing swift criticism from the local community. Social media platforms

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Overstaying in Bali? You Could Face 20 Years Behind Bars

Indonesia has introduced stricter penalties for foreign tourists overstaying their visas or engaging in illegal activities, with offenders now facing prison sentences of up to 20 years. This new regulation marks a significant shift from the previous maximum penalty of one year for visa violations, aiming to reinforce immigration laws

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Humane or Harmful? PDHI Bali Addresses Stray Dog Euthanasia Concerns

The Bali branch of the Indonesian Veterinary Medical Association (PDHI) has addressed recent confusion and concern surrounding the island’s strategy for managing stray dogs. The organization clarified that the humane euthanasia process is part of efforts to control rabies, which remains a serious issue in Bali. Misunderstanding of Euthanasia Term

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